1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Marcos 1800 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Marcos Subaru
Model 1800 Legacy
Year Released 1965 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1778 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 770 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 64 L