2000 Ford Ka vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka 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 (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 Ford Ka, 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 (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Ka | Marina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
