2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 29 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Duna | 1971 Morris Marina | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Duna | Marina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |