2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Manta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
