2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 32 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Manta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
