2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Mobilio | Manta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
