1974 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 33 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Marina weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Citi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
