1982 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
