1971 Morris Marina vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 339 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1971 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1971 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Marina | 307 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
