1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 26 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | 1500 | Passat |
Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |