1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 46 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 735 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
