1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 359 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | 1500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
