1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 29 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mantara | 146 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
