1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Marcos | Triumph |
| Model | Mantula | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 44 L |
