1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Kadett weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper, 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, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
