1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 1 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
