1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2600 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
