1998 Lada 111 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 32 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 335 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, 1998 Lada 111, 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada 111 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Lada | Marcos |
Model | 111 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |