1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 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) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 136 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
