1970 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 40 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 705 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Manta | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
