2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 35 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Stilo | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
