1961 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor 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 (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor.
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 (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
