1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 41 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 652 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kadett | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | GTI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
