2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Marcos |
| Model | Patriot | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
