1954 Fiat V8 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat V8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat V8 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | V8 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
