1975 Austin Marina vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Marina | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
