1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 6 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 64 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Marcos | Triumph |
| Model | 1600 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |
