1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1962 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Kadett | Altea |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |