2002 Honda Z vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1966 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Z | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 27 L |
