1972 Opel Manta vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 445 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, 2007 Seat Toledo, 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Manta | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Manta | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |