1971 Opel Manta vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster weights approximately 78 kg more than 1971 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Manta | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Manta | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
