1971 Morris Marina vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 34 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Morris | Smart |
| Model | Marina | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
