1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 44 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 350 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Marcos | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
