1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 44 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 4 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 339 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, 2010 Nissan Micra, 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Marcos | Nissan |
Model | 1500 | Micra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
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 | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |