1977 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Autobianchi A 112 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Marcos |
| Model | A 112 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
