1964 Opel Kadett vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 29 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 600 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.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 405 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
