1973 Opel Manta vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 754 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Manta | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
