1982 Austin Marina vs. 1950 Austin A 40

To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina.

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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Austin Marina 1950 Austin A 40
Make Austin Austin
Model Marina A 40
Year Released 1982 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.6 mm 65.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.3 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 882 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2360 mm


 

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