1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 880 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | MK IX | Marina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
