1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 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 50 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1992 Marcos Mantula is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Marcos Mantula. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 164 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
