1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.

Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Marcos 2 Litres 2007 Opel Corsa
Make Marcos Opel
Model 2 Litres Corsa
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 1387 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2720 mm


 

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