1989 Maserati 228 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 14 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 337 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.
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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 228 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | 228 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
