1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1975 Opel Manta were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1975 Opel Manta are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Manta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
