1979 Austin Marina vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina.
Because 1979 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 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Marina | GS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 65.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |