1996 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Manta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
