1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1968 Marcos 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Because 1968 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 1968 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 1300, 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, 1968 Marcos 1600 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Marcos | Triumph |
| Model | 1600 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
