1977 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Austin Marina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1977 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 1977 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Marina | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 129 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 | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |