2004 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 280 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 1972 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 1972 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Manta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
