1968 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 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 159 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Fiat 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, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 600 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1090 mm |
