1979 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
