1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 16 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Marcos | Simca |
| Model | Mantara | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
