1971 Opel GT vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
