2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1970 Opel Manta (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Manta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |