1964 Marcos 1800 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 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 29 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 386 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Because 1964 Marcos 1800 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 1964 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1964 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Marcos 1800 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
