1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,652 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 1967 Marcos 1600 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 1967 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, 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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (96 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
