1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 465 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | A 40 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
