2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 8 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 147 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
