1946 Austin 16 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 16 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
