2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 25 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 830 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
| Model | Spider | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
