1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 18 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 332 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.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Beretta | Marina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
