1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 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 108 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | 127 | Mantara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |