1963 Opel Kadett vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 578 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.
Because 1963 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Kadett | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |