1964 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 265 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 1964 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 1964 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Opel Kadett | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Yaris |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |