1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 410 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mazda R 360 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | R 360 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
