1974 NSU 1000 vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 NSU 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. 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, 1972 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU 1000 | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
