1978 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 29 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 293 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Marina | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
