1971 Morris Marina vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
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 Dacia Logan, 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 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Morris | Dacia |
| Model | Marina | Logan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
