1979 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 33 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 245 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
