2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 12 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 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 159 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
