1975 Morris Marina vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 40 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, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Marina | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
