1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 31 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 145 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
