1982 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 186 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.
Because 1982 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Manta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
