1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 1973 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Manta weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Manta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
