1969 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz AIV weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Kadett | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Opel | Panoz |
Model | Kadett | AIV |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |