1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 37 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 485 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
