1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 1 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 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Datsun 1800 weights approximately 211 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Datsun | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
