1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 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 288 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 169 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | 131 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
