1958 Morris Minor vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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 (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Kadett |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |