1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1982 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1982 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Kadett weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Kadett, 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Kadett. (94 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1982 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | 1500 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
