1982 Opel Manta vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 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, 1964 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Manta | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
