1975 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 221 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Manta | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Manta | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |