1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 44 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 273 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, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2012 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Marcos | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
