1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Opel Manta. 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Potentia | Manta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
