1972 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 30 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 486 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Leon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
