1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 118 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, 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, 1975 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
