1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA 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 111 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Marcos | MG |
| Model | Mantara | MGA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
