2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 225 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, 2007 Fiat Panda, 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | Panda | 1500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 935 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |