1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 29 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, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Naked | Manta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
