2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 18 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Manta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |