1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
To start off, 1970 Saab Sonett III is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab Sonett III weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 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 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab Sonett III, 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
| Make | Marcos | Saab |
| Model | 1800 | Sonett III |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
