1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 39 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 603 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kadett | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kadett | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
