1978 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 206 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, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |