1971 Morris Marina vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 39 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 798 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Marina | 159 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
