1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 17 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 22 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 1600 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1968 Marcos 1600 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | 1600 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
