1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1975 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, 1974 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 131 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
