1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 504 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 504 (81 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 504 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
