1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Seat 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, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | Mantara | 127 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
