2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 36 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
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, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Idea | Marina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
