2006 Audi TT vs. 1980 Austin Marina
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2006 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1980 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
