2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Idea | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 |
