1972 Austin Marina vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 1972 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | Marina | Minor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |