1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,652 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Marcos 1600 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Fiesta | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |
