2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 402 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto, 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, 1975 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
