1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 397 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 90 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
