2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 400 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 Fiat Punto, 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Punto | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
