1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1962 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 450 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
