1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 34 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 1963 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Minx | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Manta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
