1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Sierra | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
