1977 Austin Marina vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 420 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Model F |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
