1964 Opel Kadett vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1964 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1964 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 404 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
