2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 32 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 104 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena, 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 Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Siena | Marina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
