1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 55 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 582 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, 2008 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sports | Astra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2620 mm |
