1971 Morris Marina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 315 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
