1971 Opel GT vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1971 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
