1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 11 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 20 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 288 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
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, 1978 Lancia Beta, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Beta | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 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 | 1038 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
