1971 Morris Marina vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 31 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 (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 161 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba, 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 (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
