1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 21 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 253 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | 145 | Marina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |