1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 107 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
Because 1971 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 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, 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 Fiat 127 (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 127 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
