1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 41 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) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Thalia weights approximately 250 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, 2008 Renault Thalia, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2008 Renault Thalia 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. 2008 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2473 mm |
