2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 40 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 293 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Aveo | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 27 L |
