1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 33 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 480 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, 1999 Renault Megane, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
