1963 Opel Kadett vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1971 Triumph GT6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph GT6 (107 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. 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, 1971 Triumph GT6 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kadett | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2120 mm |
