1975 MG MGB vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, both 1975 MG MGB 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina.
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, 1975 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 MG MGB | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | MGB | Marina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
