1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 4 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 445 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | Centura | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
