1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 19 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 48 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, 1990 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Applause | Marina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
