1968 Opel Kadett vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,076 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Kadett | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1076 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
