1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 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 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 6 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | Mantara | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
