1970 Opel Manta vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2.
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, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Manta | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2250 mm |
