1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 676 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 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
