2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Marcos Mantis (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Punto | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
