1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Abarth | Marcos |
| Model | 1300 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
