1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 236 kg more than 1960 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, 1982 Opel Manta (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Manta |
Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |