1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 18 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 408 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Beretta | Marina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
