1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Marcos 1800 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 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 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Panda, 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Panda | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
