1961 Austin Princess vs. 1976 Opel Kadett

To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1976 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Austin Princess 1976 Opel Kadett
Make Austin Opel
Model Princess Kadett
Year Released 1961 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 26 L 43 L


 

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