1959 Ford Popular vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Kadett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |