1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 35 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 69 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Marcos | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
