1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1985 Renault 9
To start off, 1985 Renault 9 is newer by 19 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 38 more horse power than 1985 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 9 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1985 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 1500 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
