2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 42 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 369 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (146 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
| Model | Accent | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
