2004 Honda Insight vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 36 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Insight weights approximately 91 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600.
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, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 1968 Marcos 1600 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Insight | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
