1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (159 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 515 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
