1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 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 129 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Marcos | Fiat |
| Model | Mantara | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1550 mm |
