1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1971 Opel Manta
To start off, 1971 Opel Manta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Manta weights approximately 390 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
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, 1971 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1971 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
