1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 38 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 122 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.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
