1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2110 mm |
