1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1974 Mazda 1000

To start off, 1974 Mazda 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 1600 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Marcos 1600 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Marcos 1600 1974 Mazda 1000
Make Marcos Mazda
Model 1600 1000
Year Released 1968 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 986 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 762 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2270 mm


 

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