1971 Morris Marina vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 146 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 868 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
