1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1265 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Marcos | SsangYong |
| Model | 1600 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
