1994 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Marcos Mantara | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Marcos | Simca |
| Model | Mantara | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
