1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 42 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 363 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, 2010 Mazda 2, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
