1979 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Marina | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
