1973 Opel Manta vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1973 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Manta | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Manta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
