1978 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa, 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (108 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
