1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 38 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 65 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Marcos 1800 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Marcos 1800 | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Marcos | MCC |
Model | 1800 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1810 mm |