1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Marcos | Marcos |
| Model | 1500 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1120 mm |
