1971 Morris Marina vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Marina | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Yaris |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |