1980 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 220 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 1975 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | Marina | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
