1971 Morris Marina vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 187 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
