1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantis | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
