1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 38 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Marcos | SsangYong |
| Model | 1600 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
