1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 55 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Fiesta | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
