2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 144 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Lancer | Marina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
