2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 159 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
