1971 Opel Admiral vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Admiral weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Opel Admiral 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 1971 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1971 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Admiral | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Admiral | Vitz |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |