1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1955 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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 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 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sports | Astra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1684 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1365 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 |
