1978 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2005 Mazda Spiano is newer by 27 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2005 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1978 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Marina | Spiano |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |