2006 MG TF vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 260 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Manta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
