1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra, 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, 2002 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Urraco | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
