1957 Ford Popular vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 82 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Kadett |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |