2005 Kia Carens vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 30 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 580 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, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Carens | Marina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
