1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1090 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Fellow | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
