1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 283 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2 Litres | Polo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
