1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 435 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 Skoda Fabia, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | 1600 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 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 | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
