1975 Morris Marina vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 30 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 148 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Morris Marina | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Vitz |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |