1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 740 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sports | Astra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1909 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2640 mm |
