1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | Concerto | 1500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |