1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SC weights approximately 283 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 Saturn SC, 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 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Marcos | Saturn |
| Model | 1600 | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
