1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | 1800 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
