1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 46 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 660 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, 2012 Lancia Delta, 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Marcos | Lancia |
| Model | 1800 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
