1965 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Manta |
Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |