1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Beta | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
