1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1967 Renault 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Renault 8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1967 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 1500 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
