1970 Opel Kadett vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Kadett | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 404 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
