1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 605 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 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Marcos | Seat |
Model | 1500 | Leon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |