1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 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 (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
