1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 42 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), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 864 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, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
