1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 156 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1982 Opel Manta (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Manta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
