1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 38 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 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 200 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, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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, 2005 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
