1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Panda | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
