1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 47 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1720 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 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3550 mm |
