1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 126 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1090 mm |
