1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1985 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
