1979 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 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 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 26 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina.
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, 2004 Opel Corsa, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
