1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 900 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kadett | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Kadett | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
