1970 Opel Manta vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 14 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
