2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Manta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
