1959 Morris Minor vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 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 (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |
