1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 418 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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, 1975 Morris Marina (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 500 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 52 L |
