1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Mini Metro 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 120 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 176 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Mini Metro | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
