1970 Opel Manta vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Manta | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
