2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 91 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Panda | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
