1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
