1981 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Marina 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 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Marina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1981 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Marina | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | Seicento |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |