1978 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2007 Ford F-150 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. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4150 mm |
