2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 34 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 268 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Marina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
