1998 Fiat Brava vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 23 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 112 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 1975 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava, 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, 1998 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Brava | Marina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
