1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 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 32 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Marcos 1500 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
