1975 Morris Marina vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris, 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 Morris Marina (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
