2005 Kia Rio vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 434 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, 2005 Kia Rio, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Rio | 1500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |