1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Marcos | Fiat |
Model | 1500 | Panda |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |