1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 70 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 347 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Abarth | Marcos |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
