1975 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina.
Because 1975 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 1975 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1975 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
