1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 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 42 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | 145 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
