1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 1600 | TSO |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
