1975 Morris Marina vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 31 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 175 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, 2006 Toyota RunX, 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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | RunX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
