1975 Morris Marina vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 36 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 164 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, 2011 Mazda 2, 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Morris | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
