1979 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 610 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
