1981 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 252 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Marina | Accent |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
