1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 750 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, 2006 Nissan Altima, 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
