1975 Fiat 133 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 133 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2280 mm |
