1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Opel Manta
To start off, 1971 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Manta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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, 1971 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1971 Opel Manta | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Manta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2440 mm |