1972 Austin Marina vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Marina | CX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
