1980 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Marina weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. 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, 1980 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | 126 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |