1980 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 28 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 410 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, 2008 Seat Leon, 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, 2008 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Leon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
