1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1995 Renault Twingo is newer by 28 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 66 L |
