1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 70 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | Mantara | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
