1980 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1976 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Marina | Focus |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |