2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 836 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sportage | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
