1979 Mini MK IV vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1979 Mini MK IV is newer by 4 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1979 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Mini MK IV. 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, 1979 Mini MK IV, 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, 1975 Morris Marina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mini MK IV | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | MK IV | Marina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
