1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mantara | 146 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
