1959 Austin 7 vs. 1964 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1964 Marcos 1800 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Marcos 1800 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin 7 | 1964 Marcos 1800 | |
Make | Austin | Marcos |
Model | 7 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |