1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 41 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 516 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, 2009 Lancia Musa, 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600. 2009 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Marcos | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
