1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1975 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
