2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 156 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
