1980 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 305 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 305, 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, 1980 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1982 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Marina | 305 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
