1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1978 Opel Manta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 534 kg more than 1978 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Opel Manta | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Avanti | Manta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |