1972 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Marina | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
