1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. 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 (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
