1972 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 450 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 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Marina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
