1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 2 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 87 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Marcos Mantis (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 128 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
