1980 Austin Marina vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 413 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Marina | Miura |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
