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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
