1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 34 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 568 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 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Marcos | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
