2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 33 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 166 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
