1978 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 339 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |