1981 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 20 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Tango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 430 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, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Tango |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
