1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 615 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 130 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
