1981 Austin Marina vs. 1964 Austin A 60
To start off, 1981 Austin Marina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1964 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1964 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Marina | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
