1970 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 497 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 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Manta | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
