1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1975 Opel Manta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2600 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
