2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Manta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
