1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1964 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2000 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
