1974 Honda 145 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,652 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 1967 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 1967 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, 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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | 145 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
