1978 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 262 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.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Marina | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
