1978 Austin Marina vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 168 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1978 Austin Marina (102 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1978 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Marina | AX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
