1964 Marcos 1800 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Marcos 1800 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Marcos | Dodge |
| Model | 1800 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |
