1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1962 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Opel Kadett weights approximately 105 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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, 1962 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
