1971 Morris Marina vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 298 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 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
