1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1972 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1972 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Fiat |
| Model | Manta | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
