1963 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 1963 AC Aceca 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 1963 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Opel Kadett, 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, 1963 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
