1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 19 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 35 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 140 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | Alfasud | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
