1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 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 135 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 341 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Abarth | Marcos |
| Model | 600 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
