2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 382 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.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Colt | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1274 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
