1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1967 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 65 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
