1978 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | U4 B |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
