1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 33 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 538 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.
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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
