2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 22 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 146 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2004 Daihatsu Copen (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Manta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
