2002 Ford Ka vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Because 1966 Marcos 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, 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 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Ka | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 27 L |
