1975 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina.
Because 1975 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 1975 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1975 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. 1982 Vauxhall Astra has automatic transmission and 1975 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1975 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Vauxhall Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Marina | Astra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
