2007 Kia Carens vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 861 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Marcos 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Carens | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
