1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 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 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
