2007 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 39 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Trevis weights approximately 28 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, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis, 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 1600 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Trevis | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Trevis | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
