1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 445 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 500 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
