1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 24 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 168 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.
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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | GT 1 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
