1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 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 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
