1970 Opel Manta vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 35 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 238 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Manta | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |