1970 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1970 Datsun 1200
To start off, both 1970 Bizzarrini Manta and 1970 Datsun 1200 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 1200. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 1200.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini Manta | 1970 Datsun 1200 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Datsun |
| Model | Manta | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
