1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 1979 Tatra T613 is newer by 12 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 920 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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Opel | Tatra |
Model | Kadett | T613 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 167 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2990 mm |