1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 586 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus, 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800. 2001 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Marcos | Daewoo |
| Model | 1800 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
