1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 45 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 230 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, 2011 Fiat 500, 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1500 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Marcos | Fiat |
| Model | 1500 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
