1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Manta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
