1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba 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 138 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Marcos | Talbot |
| Model | Mantara | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
