2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 36 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 245 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, 2003 Citroen C2, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C2 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2280 mm |
