1973 Opel Manta vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1973 Opel Manta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Manta | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Manta | 404 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |