1946 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
