1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 277 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Manta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
