1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 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 115 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Marcos | Simca |
| Model | Mantara | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
