1970 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 375 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Manta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
