1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Opel Manta

To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 750 1970 Opel Manta
Make Abarth Opel
Model 750 Manta
Year Released 1957 1970
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 40 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2440 mm


 

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