1973 Opel Manta vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Opel Manta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 26 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Manta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Manta | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Manta | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
