1970 Opel Manta vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 363 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | Publica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |