1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 88 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
Model | Alfasud | Mantula |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |