1964 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 106 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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 Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | Sprite | Kadett |
Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |