1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 965 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
