2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 38 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 507 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, 2005 Honda HR-V, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | HR-V | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
