1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Stratos | Manta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
