1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 43 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Marcos 1500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Marcos | Tata |
| Model | 1500 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
