1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 40 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 130 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Yaris |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |