1981 Austin Marina vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1981 Austin Marina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3800 mm |
