1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 64 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Mangusta | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
