1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 14 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510, 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Kadett | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Opel | Talbot |
Model | Kadett | 1510 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |