1981 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 6 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 228 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, 1981 Audi 100, 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 100 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
