1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 28 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 452 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, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Marcos 1600 | 1996 Rover 220 | |
Make | Marcos | Rover |
Model | 1600 | 220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |