2001 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 329 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Marcos Mantis 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 1997 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Punto, 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Punto | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
