1972 Opel Manta vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1972 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Manta | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Manta | 75 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
