1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 7 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 34 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mantara | 166 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
