1957 Opel Kapitan vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1957 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 1957 Opel Kapitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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.
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1957 Opel Kapitan | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Kapitan | Golf |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |