1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1966 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett.
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, 1966 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti A 40 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2330 mm |
