1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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 44 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Polo, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 1600 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | 1600 | Polo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |