1975 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 36 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2642 mm |
