1997 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 37 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Morgan | Morris |
| Model | Plus 4 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
