2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Colorado | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2440 mm |
