1968 Opel GT vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 74 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Pod |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
