1971 Morris Marina vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 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, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
