1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 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 1,652 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 454 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 Peugeot 206, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
