1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 59 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
