1995 Kia Retona vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Retona | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
