1971 Morris Marina vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 979 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 358 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1223 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Morris | SSC |
| Model | Marina | Aero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
