1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 521 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Opel Astra (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Fellow | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
