2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 41 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 140 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Sirion | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
