1981 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 31 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, 2012 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Marina weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Spark, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Spark |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
