1972 Austin Marina vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, both 1972 Austin Marina and 1972 Citroen Ami were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Ami, 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, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Marina | Ami |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |