1978 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Austin Marina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
