1964 Opel Kadett vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,191 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett.
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, 1973 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
