1971 Morris Marina vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 1975 Simca 1307 is newer by 4 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1307 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
Because 1971 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 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1307, 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Marina | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
