2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 39 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1377 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.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Carnival | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
