1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 40 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 505 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, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Marcos | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1800 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 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 | 770 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
