2009 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 1 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 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
