1977 Austin Marina vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1977 Austin Marina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Austin Marina weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. 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, 1977 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
