1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1967 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1970 Opel Manta (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Innocenti | Opel |
Model | Mini | Manta |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |