1965 Abarth OT vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 Opel Manta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Manta weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
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, 1974 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | OT | Manta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
