1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor 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 155 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 146 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Marcos | Morris |
| Model | Mantara | Minor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
