1978 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Lada 111
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 is newer by 23 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 111 weights approximately 163 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 1978 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 1978 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada 111, 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 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2001 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Marina | 111 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 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 | 882 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
