1975 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 99 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Manta | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Manta | Jazz |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |