1975 Opel Manta vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Subaru Leone is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Leone weights approximately 32 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, 1986 Subaru Leone, 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, 1975 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Manta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
