1977 Austin Marina vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Austin Marina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 375 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Toyota Crown (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Crown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
