1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 36 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 658 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
