1979 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 34 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1015 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Marina | A6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2916 mm |
