1979 Austin Marina vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Marina | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
