1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 30 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1996 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Marcos | Rover |
Model | 1500 | 400 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |