1975 Morris Marina vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 259 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, 2007 Seat Toledo, 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Morris Marina | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Marina | Toledo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |