1974 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina.
Because 1974 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 1974 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Marina | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Marina | C5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |