2007 Kia Cerato vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 40 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 624 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, 2007 Kia Cerato, 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (246 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Cerato | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
