1972 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Marina | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
