1970 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 42 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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 (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Manta | Ka |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
