2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 458 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo, 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 Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Stilo | Marina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
