1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 GAZ M20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 GAZ M20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1973 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, 1958 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | M20 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
