1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | A 40 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
