1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Marcos | Simca |
| Model | Mantara | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
