1979 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Marina | Belmont |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |