1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 269 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Mistral | Manta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
