1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat 126 | 1972 Opel Manta | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 126 | Manta |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 702 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |