1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1967 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (53 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 386 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda R 360 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | R 360 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
