1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
