1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1970 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Marcos Mantis (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | Mantis | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
