1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 184 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Manta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
