1979 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 27 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | Marina | Aero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
