1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1979 Austin Marina
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 1 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 410 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 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1979 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Quattro | Marina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
