1980 Austin Marina vs. 1954 Austin A 40
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina.
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, 1980 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 1954 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Marina | A 40 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |