1961 Morris Minor vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 24 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), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 16 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett.
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, 1985 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Kadett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
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 | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |