1996 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 216 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Panda | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | Panda | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 126 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |