1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 633 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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2639 mm |
