2005 Kia Carens vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 517 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. 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 Kia Carens, 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carens | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
