1979 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 15 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 75 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Marina | Pony |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |