1979 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 27 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 530 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
