1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 482 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
