1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 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 (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 127 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
