1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Manta (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno, 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, 1978 Opel Manta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1978 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Manta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
