1969 Opel Kadett vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1969 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
