1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 730 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
