1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire 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 125 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 143 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Marcos | Triumph |
| Model | Mantara | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1210 mm |
