1949 Austin 16 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1962 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | 16 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |