1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 30 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 48 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos Mantis | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Marcos | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mantis | 146 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |