1974 Opel Manta vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1974 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Manta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1962 Zastava 750. 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, 1974 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Manta | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Manta | 750 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
