1998 Honda Today vs. 1975 Morris Marina

To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 23 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Morris Marina (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Today 1975 Morris Marina
Make Honda Morris
Model Today Marina
Year Released 1998 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 655 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1660 mm