2008 Audi TT vs. 1980 Austin Marina
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 28 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 530 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, 2008 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1980 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | Marina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 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 | 1410 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
