2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 39 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
Model | i30 | Mantis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |