1982 Opel Manta vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 11 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 66 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Manta (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Manta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
