1975 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Prius |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
