1964 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1971 Opel Manta
To start off, 1971 Opel Manta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Manta weights approximately 396 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1971 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mitsubishi 500 | 1971 Opel Manta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | 500 | Manta |
Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2440 mm |