1979 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 26 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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 510 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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Marina | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
