1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 22 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 370 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 1971 Morris Marina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
Model | Magna | Marina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |