2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 713 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, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sedona | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
