1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett.
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 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |