1982 Austin Marina vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Volvo 120 (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Marina | 120 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
