1969 Opel Kadett vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1969 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett.
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, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
