1979 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C 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 35 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Austin | Steyr |
Model | Marina | 700C |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |