1972 Austin Marina vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina.
Because 1972 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
