1976 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 1976 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Marina weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic, 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, 1974 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | Civic | Marina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
