1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 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 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
