2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 16 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, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Idea | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1120 mm |
