1981 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 23 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina.
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, 2004 Opel Agila, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Agila |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
