1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 57 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 643 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, 2010 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sports | Astra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1393 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 |
