1971 Morris Marina vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 759 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 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Marina | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Marina | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |