1970 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 75 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 Fiat 500, 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 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Manta | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |