1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 302 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 1975 Morris Marina (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 126 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 52 L |
