1972 Opel Manta vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 500 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 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Manta | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Manta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |