1965 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Kadett |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |