1971 Opel GT vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 1971 Opel GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel GT | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | GT | Altima |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |