1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 226 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Manta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
