1979 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1979 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 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
