1982 Austin Marina vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 148 kg more than 1982 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | Marina | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |