1977 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 11 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | 100 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
