1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Marcos | SsangYong |
| Model | 1600 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
