1982 Opel Manta vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Manta | 404 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
