1975 Morris Marina vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 954 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 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Morris | Tata |
| Model | Marina | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
