1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 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 (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Morgan |
| Model | Mantara | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
