1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 24 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 196 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
