1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Campagnola (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Campagnola | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Campagnola | Manta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
