1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 27 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 25 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Kadett | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2340 mm |
