1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Kadett weights approximately 42 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Prefect | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
