1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Hit | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
