2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 35 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, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
