1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 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 33 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 235 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
Model | 33 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 113 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |