1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Impala | Speedster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |