1980 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Marina | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |