1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 Opel Manta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Manta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1974 Opel Manta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTA | Manta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |