1975 Morris Marina vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 35 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 649 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Marina | 159 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
