1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 644 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 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, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Marcos | Jeep |
| Model | 1600 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
| 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 | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2634 mm |
