1971 Morris Marina vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 40 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 570 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, 2011 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Marina | 159 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
