1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 810 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 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Kadett | Impreza |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |