2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 830 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Zeta | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 27 L |
