1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1971 MG 1100
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG 1100 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 112 more horse power than 1971 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1971 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 96 kg more than 1971 MG 1100. 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 1971 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1971 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Marcos | MG |
| Model | Mantara | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
