1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1967 Marcos 1600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 702 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Marcos |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
