2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 68 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.
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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Elise | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
