1991 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 624 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 100 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
