1979 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina 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 12 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Today |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
