1973 Opel Manta vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1973 Opel Manta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia 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 18 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Manta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. 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 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Manta | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Manta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
