1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Steyr 650T is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Opel Kadett weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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, 1962 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Kadett | 650T |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1850 mm |
