1966 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1080 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
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1966 Opel Kadett | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Kadett | A6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2912 mm |