1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, both 1975 Austin Maxi and 1975 Morris Marina were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Maxi weights approximately 98 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi, 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, 1975 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1975 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | Maxi | Marina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
