1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 29 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 40 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
