1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 882 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 2013 Hyundai Tucson is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Kadett | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1655 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
