1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 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 (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 71 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 1976 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 35 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
