1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
