1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 44 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 75 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Kadett | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
