2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 410 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 Fiat Idea, 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 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Idea | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1060 mm |
