1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1978 Opel Manta | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Manta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |