1982 Opel Manta vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 456 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. 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, 1982 Opel Manta (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Manta | 700C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1950 mm |
