1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Panda 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) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Panda | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
