1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris 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 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Xantia | Marina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
