1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Marcos Mantula. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, 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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Innocenti | Marcos |
| Model | 990 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2280 mm |
