1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Fiesta | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
