1981 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 18 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina. 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Marina | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
