2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 440 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, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Stilo | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 249 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 | 1340 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
