1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1055 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Fellow | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
