1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1500 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
