1980 Austin Marina vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica 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 30 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Marina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. 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, 1980 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
