1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 13 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 3 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1975 Opel Manta | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Tipo | Manta |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |