1968 Innocenti C vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1968 Innocenti C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C.
Because 1965 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 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti C, 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti C | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Marcos |
| Model | C | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 27 L |
