1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 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) has 143 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 114 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Marcos | Simca |
| Model | Mantara | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
