1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 30 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 466 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
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, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | Brava | 1500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |