2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 360 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | Xsara | 1600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |