1970 Opel Manta vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 1975 Seat 127 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Manta 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 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Seat 127, 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, 1970 Opel Manta (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 1975 Seat 127 | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Manta | 127 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |