1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Ami, 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ami | Manta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |