1980 Austin Marina vs. 1974 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 150 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, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1974 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | Marina | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
