1975 Morris Marina vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 33 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 464 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
| 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 | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
