1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 228 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Marcos | Moretti |
| Model | Mantara | 850S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
