1981 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Toyota Starlet
To start off, both 1981 Austin Marina and 1981 Toyota Starlet were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Marina weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Toyota Starlet.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1981 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
