1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 665 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Camry, 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
