1980 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 25 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Marina weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
