2003 Opel Speedster vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Speedster weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Speedster | 914 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
