1975 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
