1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 112 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | GT | Marina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
