1966 Nissan President vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan President weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
Because 1966 Nissan President 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra, 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, 2007 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan President | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | President | Astra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |