1975 Morris Marina vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 37 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. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 114 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Marina | iOn |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
