1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 294 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 1600 | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Marcos | Nissan |
Model | 1600 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1400 mm |