1973 Austin Marina vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1973 Austin Marina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 392 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS, 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 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Marina | DS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
