1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1000 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3210 mm |
