1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 Opel Manta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Manta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
