1982 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 52 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1982 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 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
