1979 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 31 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 388 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.
Because 1979 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Cube |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
