1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta, 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, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Delta | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
