1978 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 83 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | Marina | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |