1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | 1500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
