1956 Opel Kapitan vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1956 Opel Kapitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Opel Kapitan 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 1956 Opel Kapitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Opel Kapitan | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kapitan | Previa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
