1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-2 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 58 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Marcos 1500 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Marcos | Subaru |
Model | 1500 | R-2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1930 mm |