1970 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 455 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 Seat Exeo, 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 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Manta | Exeo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2642 mm |