1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini 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 134 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 204 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Innocenti | Marcos |
| Model | Mini | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
