2007 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 386 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 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Marina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
