1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 502 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 | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
Model | 1500 | 505 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |