2003 Chrysler Neon vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Neon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Neon, 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Neon | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | Neon | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
