2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo 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 77 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen Saxo, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Saxo | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | Saxo | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |