1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 40 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Mazda 3, 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| 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 | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
