1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 47 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 580 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, 2012 Dacia Logan, 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Kadett | Logan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
