2006 Opel Astra vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 144 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 912 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
