1979 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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 Peugeot 106, 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 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Marina | 106 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
