1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 609 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 126 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
