1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 114 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Xsara | Marina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
