2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 38 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 648 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Spider | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
