1977 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 24 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 64 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Pod |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |