2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 498 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Because 1968 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 1968 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
Model | Sonata | 1600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |