1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 7 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Opel Kadett (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Kadett | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
