2004 Mazda Demio vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 Mazda Demio is newer by 29 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Mazda Demio. 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, 2004 Mazda Demio, 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, 1975 Morris Marina (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Demio | Marina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
