1972 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 404 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
