2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 Hyundai Atos, 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 (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
