1973 Opel Manta vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1973 Opel Manta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440.
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 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Manta | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Manta | 440 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
