1966 Opel Kadett vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Kadett | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
