1982 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 28 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 412 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, 2010 Kia Forte, 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 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Marina | Forte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
