1981 Austin Marina vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1981 Austin Marina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina.
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, 1981 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Marina | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
