2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 41 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Marcos |
| Model | Grande Punto | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
