1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Opel Manta
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Manta weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda, 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, 1971 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1971 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Manta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
