1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 180 kg more 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Aygo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |