1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Because 1966 Marcos 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone, 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 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1800 | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Marcos | Subaru |
Model | 1800 | Leone |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |