1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat X1-9 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | X1-9 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |