1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 622 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |