1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 48 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 320 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kadett | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Kadett | C3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
