1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 14 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 75 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 34 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 1996 Fiat Tempra, 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 Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Manta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
