1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 32 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 18 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 528 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 145 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
