1971 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Astra |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |