1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 1973 Opel Manta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Bluebird | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Manta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
