1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 545 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.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Morris Marina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Camaro | Marina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 868 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |